Bulimia

I have written this report to inform readers of the causes and effects of a lesser known eating disorder, Bulimia Nervosa and to prove my theory that advertising leads to teenagers having poor body image and developing this disorder.
After detailed research I have found that media influences only a small percentage of what can lead to bulimia nervosa. Media along with biological, family, individual and many other factors comprise together to cause this disorder.
25% of individuals have admitted to knowing someone with bulimia (News poll, The Australian, 11/2/1998) but not all of these individuals knew the details of why that someone had bulimia or how they could help them or what will happen if they aren't helped. I am hoping that this report will help by informing you on this severe disease, should you or someone you know suffer from it.
1.0 What is Bulimia?
Bulimia Nervosa is an eating disorder that is of major social concern. It is a cycle of bingeing and purging. …